Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with River Cruise

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Porto, Porto, Porto District, Northern Portugal

Your expert guide will collect you from the meeting point and will drive you to Aveiro and Costa Nova.
On your way to Aveiro, the guide will give you insights regarding the Portuguese history, development and cultural facts of portuguese heritage.

Stop At: Rua da Associacao Humanitaria dos Bombeiros Voluntarios de Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-500 Portugal

The capital of the Ria, a vast lagoon where the freshwater of the River Vouga joins with the sea, Aveiro is intersected by canals, genuine streets of water, along which can be seen gliding the brightly coloured boats known as barcos moliceiros. Originally founded in the time of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, Aveiro is now one of the most interesting cities on the Portuguese coast.
Discover the history of this beautiful city and tasty the traditional pastry, "Ovos Moles".

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ria de Aveiro, S/0 Rua do Doutor Barbosa de Magalhaes, Aveiro 3800-154 Portugal

Cruise Aveiro's dazzling canals on a classic Moliceiro (traditional boat) Relax and enjoy the landscape on this traditional boat, that once was used to collect seagrass in the lagoon.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Praia da Costa Nova, Rua da Quinta do Cravo 17, Gafanha da Encarnacao, Ilhavo 3830 Portugal

The last stop is Costa Nova do Prado beach, famous only by the name Costa Nova.
The most picturesque aspect of Costa Nova is its coast road along which a line of wooden huts is painted in brightly coloured stripes alternating with white. Built by fishermen as shelters and equipment stores, the huts have now been converted into rather characteristic holiday homes.

Duration: 30 minutes

• Guide
• River cruise in the traditonal "Moliceiro boat" : unique in the world
• Private transportation for the group
• Small Group Tour (Minivan up to 8 participants or Minibus up to 27 participants)
• Entry/Admission - Ria de Aveiro

• Food and drinks
• Personal expenses
• Hotel Pick up & Drop Off Not included

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infant seats available
• Most travelers can participate
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• The cruise is under the responsibility of the cruise operator (subject to weather and navigation conditions)
• Usually our tours run in one language but there are cases of one extra language
• Tours run in groups of maximum 27 participants
• Duration: the hours of duration are approximate hours, The Tour is subject to local traffic, visit schedules, etc
• All tours depart from Porto
• We support our communities. By taking a tour with us you are contributing to our cause: we offer a meal for the homeless and people in need.
• Please kindly be aware that the overall duration of the activity could be influenced by traffic conditions. We highly advise against scheduling any additional activities or making other plans within the hour following the anticipated completion time.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Living Tours, R. de Mouzinho da Silveira 352 354, 4050-418 Porto, Portugal

Returns to original departure point

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4 hours